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Page 22 - That the judicial power of said Territory shall be vested in a supreme court, district courts, probate courts, and justices of the peace.
Page 71 - Session to fill the vacancy created by the expiration of the term of office of the geologist member from Administrative District No.
Page 46 - President of the Bar Association that this day I resign the office of district judge of the United States for the district of Wisconsin, to take effect on the first day of January next. An earlier day for my retiring would be agreeable to me, and should have been set, but for an amount of business pending, or submitted and not disposed of, which requires my attention in the meantime. " I am the oldest federal judge in commission, and the sole surviving judge who administered the bankrupt act of 1841.
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Page 476 - They have done more to develop the wealth and resources, to stimulate the industry, reward the labor, and promote the general comfort and prosperity of the country than any other, perhaps than all other mere physical causes combined. There is probably not a man, woman or child whose interest or comfort has not been in some degree subserved by them. They bring to our doors the productions of the earth. They enable us to anticipate and protract the seasons. They enable the inhabitants of each clime...
Page 531 - ... no person shall be denied admission or license to practice as an attorney in any court on account of sex" (sec. 256.28). 32. Jury Service — Eligibility of Women. Women are eligible for jury service. However, any woman...
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| Title | The Bench and Bar of Wisconsin: History and Biography, with Portrait Illustrations |
| Author | Parker McCobb Reed |
| Publisher | Reed, 1882 |
| Length | 542 pages |
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